SMOLDERING Meaning and
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Smoldering is a verb that refers to the act of blazing or burning slowly without a flame but with smoke noticeable, usually as a result of incomplete combustion. It mentioned in terms of fires, but it can also be used metaphorically to describe emotions, desires, or attitudes that are intensifying or simmering beneath the surface, though not openly expressed.
In the context of fires, smoldering indicates a low-temperature combustion that occurs due to a confined fuel supply with insufficient oxygen. Unlike a vigorous combustion with visible flames, smoldering produces smoke as its byproduct and exhibits a slow, often subliminal burn. Smoldering fires can be dangerous as they may lead to a sudden flare-up or reignite when introduced to a sufficient oxygen supply or additional flammable material. Firefighters must take caution when dealing with smoldering fires since they can remain undetected for extended periods, quietly emitting smoke while retaining the potential to cause significant damage or reignition.
In a figurative or emotional sense, smoldering refers to the hidden, intense, or suppressed feeling or passion that is not openly displayed. It suggests a situation where emotions, desires, or attitudes are barely contained or controlled, brewing beneath the surface while waiting to erupt. Such smoldering flames of emotion may indicate a volatile situation that could escalate rapidly if not addressed timely or carefully. This metaphorical use of "smoldering" highlights a sense of potential danger, tension, or intensity that lies dormant but has the potential to ignite or explode.
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Etymology of SMOLDERING
The word "smoldering" is derived from the Old English word "smorian", which means "to burn without flame". It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "smorōną", meaning "to smother or suffocate". Ultimately, it can be connected to the Proto-Indo-European root word "smar", which means "to die out" or "become dark".
Similar spelling words for SMOLDERING
Conjugate verb Smoldering
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